Showing 1–18 of 18 titles
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A Ball for Daisy
In a wordless book with huge children's appeal, Chris Raschka gives us the story of an irrepressible little dog whose most prized possession is accidentally destroyed. With brilliant economy of line and color, Raschka captures Daisy's total (yet temporary) devastation. A buoyant tale of loss, recovery and friendship.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Randolph Caldecott Medal 2012 (Medal Winner)
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780375858611
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Beethoven's Wig: Sing Along Piano Classics
Richard Perlmutter introduces piano classics and notable composers, resulting in a great time for all in this CD that invites listeners to sing along.- Songs
- Notable Children's Recordings 2012
- Younger
- ISBN: 754659359
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Blackout
A summer's power outage draws an urban family up to their building's roof and then down to the street for an impromptu block party. Rocco illuminates details and characters with a playful use of light and shadow in his cartoon-style illustrations. He delivers a terrific camaraderie-filled adventure that continues even when the electricity returns.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Randolph Caldecott Medal 2012 (Honor Title)
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781423121909
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The Cazuela that the Farm Maiden Stirred
Nothing is better than a delicious bowl of arroz con leche unless, of course, a host of farm animals have a hand in the preparation! Lopez's blazing illustrations for the rhythmic, rollicking cumulative tale, “The Cazuela that the Farm Maiden Stirred” radiate a cheerful exuberance and are peppered with Latino cultural details that extend Vamos' perky narrative.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Pura Belpré Youth Illustrator Award 2012 (Honor Title)
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781580892421
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Don't Let the Pigeon Stay Up Late!
Author and illustrator Mo Willems energetically voices the wheedling pigeon who does not want to go to bed in this adaptation of his popular book.- Fiction, Audiobook
- Notable Children's Recordings 2012
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780545326070
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Ella Jenkins: A Life of Song
Ella Jenkins, the matriarch of children's music, has teamed up with children and others to deliver a collection of stories and songs inspired by her early life.- Folk Songs
- Notable Children's Recordings 2012
- Younger
- ISBN: 93074506721
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Fletcher and the Springtime Blossoms
Against a delightful soundtrack, Katherine Kellgren's flawless reading portrays Fletcher, who warns his animal friends to return to their winter quarters when he mistakes blossoms for snow.- Fiction, Audiobook
- Notable Children's Recordings 2012
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780545326124
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Grandpa Green
Elaborate topiary sculptures give visual form to memories in a wildly fanciful garden tended by a child and his beloved great-grandfather. Using an inspired palate, Lane Smith invites readers to tour a green lifetime of meaningful moments.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Randolph Caldecott Medal 2012 (Honor Title)
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781596436077
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I Broke My Trunk
In this installment of Elephant and Piggie's adventures, Piggie is very concerned because his best friend, Gerald the Elephant, has broken his trunk. Gerald proceeds to tell Piggie a long, rambling story about how it happened.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Theodor Seuss Geisel Award 2012 (Honor Title)
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781423133094
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I Want My Hat Back
After losing his hat, Bear politely and patiently questions his fellow forest dwellers as to the whereabouts of his “red pointy hat.” Although no one admits to seeing the hat, deer helps Bear realize, “I HAVE SEEN MY HAT.”- Fiction, General Fiction
- Theodor Seuss Geisel Award 2012 (Honor Title)
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780763655983
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Ivy and Bean: What's the Big Idea?
With humor and heart, Cassandra Morris portrays Ivy and Bean as they search for the perfect science project. A note about global warming extends the lesson.- Fiction, Audiobook
- Notable Children's Recordings 2012
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781449866433
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Jessica
Ruthie's parents say her friend Jessica isn't real, but she is to Ruthie. Katherine Kellgren's performance captures Ruthie's sincerity and vulnerability in this story of friendship.- Fiction, Audiobook
- Notable Children's Recordings 2012
- Younger
- ISBN: 9781430109853
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Jim Gill Presents Music Play for Folks of All Stripes
Jim Gill's songs incorporate fingerplays and movements so catchy that everyone will want to join in.- Songs
- Notable Children's Recordings 2012
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780981572116
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Me . . . Jane
Watching the birds and squirrels in her yard, a young girl discovers the joy and wonder of nature. In delicate and precise India ink and watercolor, McDonnell depicts the awakening of a scientific spirit. A perceptive glimpse of the childhood of renowned primatologist Jane Goodall.- Nonfiction, Science
- Randolph Caldecott Medal 2012 (Honor Title)
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780316045469
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See Me Run
Dogs and more dogs are everywhere. Running, sliding, jumping, splashing and having fun. Perceptive beginning readers will be drawn into the story starting with the illustration on the title page that hints at the surprising ending to come.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Theodor Seuss Geisel Award 2012 (Honor Title)
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780823440436
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Songs from the Baobab: African Lullabies and Nursery Rhymes
Authentic instrumentation and lyrics, in eleven African languages, provide a unique reading and listening experience of traditional lullabies and nursery rhymes common to Black Africa.- Songs
- Notable Children's Recordings 2012
- Younger
- ISBN: 9782923163796
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Stone Soup
This traditional folktale, narrated by B.D. Wong, is given a new twist in this thoughtfully crafted production.- Fiction, Folklore & Fairy Tales, Audiobook
- Notable Children's Recordings 2012
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780545327152
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Tales for Very Picky Eaters
Each of the five chapters in “Tales for Very Picky Eaters” recounts James' refusal to eat yet another disgusting, smelly, repulsive, lumpy or slimy food. Not only picky eaters, but all readers will delight in the outrageous suggestions along with the off the wall rationale from his very clever dad for why he should become more adventurous in his food selections. James turns the table on his father when he decides to become more daring and bold in his meal choices and actually tries something new.- Fiction, General Fiction
- Theodor Seuss Geisel Award 2012 (Medal Winner)
- Younger
- ISBN: 9780547149561